Des Moines is Forbes' No. 1 city for young professionals

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Des Moines nabbed Forbes' No. 1 spot in 2011, when the magazine first launched its list, and snagged the top position again this summer. Forbes lauded Des Moines' educated labor force, vibrant environment for small businesses and large companies, and low unemployment rate, among other factors.

The new distinction compounds myriad other recent accolades—including "Best Place for Business and Careers," "Best City for Families," and "Wealthiest City in America"—that reflect an inviting professional setting for Drake alumni, approximately two-thirds of whom remain in Iowa after donning their caps and gowns. 97.6 percent of Drake's class of 2013 were employed full-time or entered graduate school within six months of graduation.